Pronunciation: [ʃˈʌdəd] (IPA) 
The word "shuddered" is spelled with two "d's" in the middle, even though it might be tempting to spell it "shuttered." This is because the sound in the middle of the word is a "d" sound, not a "t" sound. The IPA phonetic transcription for "shuddered" is /ˈʃʌdəd/. This means that the word starts with the "sh" sound, followed by the "uh" sound, then the "d" sound twice, and ends with the "uh" sound again.
Shuddered is a verb that refers to the act of trembling or quivering involuntarily, usually as a result of fear, anxiety, cold, or a sudden intense emotion. It can also describe a sudden and uncontrollable jerking movement of the body or a part of it.
When used in the context of human physiology, shuddered can refer to the contraction and relaxation of the muscles, causing a rapid and involuntary oscillation of the body or a part of it. This involuntary trembling or shaking can occur as a reflexive response to innumerable stimuli, such as a sudden fright or extreme cold.
In a figurative sense, shuddered can convey a profound and visceral reaction to a disturbing or unsettling experience or idea. It implies a strong emotional response, often characterized by a feeling of discomfort or repulsion.
The term shuddered can also be used metaphorically to describe the reaction of non-living objects or the environment. For example, a house might be said to shudder when it is hit by a strong gust of wind or an earthquake.
Overall, shuddered captures the involuntary and often intense physical or emotional reaction characterized by trembling, quivering, or shaking. Whether describing human beings, animals, or objects, shuddered denotes a response to fear, cold, or a sudden overwhelming sensation.
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The word "shuddered" originates from the Middle English word "shudder" or "shoder", which can be traced back to the Old English word "scūdan" or "scūdian". In Old English, "scūdian" meant "to tremble or be shaken violently". Over time, it evolved into "shudder", which refers to a sudden quiver or shaking movement. The verb form "shuddered" emerged in the 17th century, retaining the same basic meaning of trembling or shaking with fear, horror, or disgust.
